Enhanced speed thermal printer
US11999174B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 2, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J29/38
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for enhanced speed thermal printing has a drive roller for contacting thermochromic medal to a thermal printhead. The drive roller includes a cam which causes the drive roller to decelerate as it approaches the printhead such that contact with the thermal printhead and the thermochromic media is at a highest force point. The drive roller accelerates as it is pulled back from the printhead prior to a next printing cycle.
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